Thumb, Finger and Hand Positioning

In what POSITION is the hand?

• PA

• AP

• Lateral

• Oblique

On what surface does the thumb rest for an AP projection of the thumb?

• radial

• ulnar

• anterior

• posterior

Where should the Central Ray (CR) enter for a PA projection of the thumb?

• DIP

• 1st MCP

• PIP

• IP

For which of the following is this method of imaging the hands used?

• Diagnose osteoarthritis

• Diagnose bilateral Boxer's fxs

• Diagnose early RA

• Diagnose bilateral Bennett's fxs

To which carpal does #15 refer?

• Capitate

• Hamate

• Pisiform

• Scaphoid

On what surface is the hand resting?

• Anterior

• Radial

• Ulnar

• Posterior

Which of the following describes the position of the thumb?

• PA

• Oblique

• Lateral

• AP

Describe this projection.

• Lateral

• PA

• Oblique

• Decub

Which of these images demonstrates the oblique projection of the thumb?

• A

• B

• C

• None of these

Diagnose this patient.

• Boxer's fx

• Pott's fx

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Bennett's fx